Praktisch · Kapitel 9
By the HolidayGenie editorial team ·
Here's how to get to Fiji and how to move around locally — from long-haul flights to domestic flights and ferries, to the local bus on Viti Levu. The logistics in the island nation have their own rules.
Arrival by Plane
International Flights
Fiji's international airport is Nadi International Airport (NAN) on Viti Levu. There are no direct flights from Europe — you will need at least one stopover:
Route Options from Germany
| Route | Stopover | Total Flight Time | Airlines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Via Singapore | Singapore (SIN) | approx. 22–25h | Singapore Airlines + Fiji Airways |
| Via Seoul/Tokyo | Incheon (ICN) / Narita (NRT) | approx. 22–26h | Korean Air, Fiji Airways |
| Via Los Angeles | LAX | approx. 24–28h | Lufthansa/United + Fiji Airways |
| Via Sydney/Auckland | SYD / AKL | approx. 24–30h | Qantas, Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways |
| Via Hong Kong | HKG | approx. 22–26h | Cathay Pacific + Fiji Airways |
Fiji Airways is Fiji's national airline and flies from Sydney, Auckland, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Singapore, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and other destinations to Nadi. The airline has a good reputation and offers friendly service in the Bula spirit.
Prices: Return flights from Germany to Nadi usually cost 900–1,500€ in Economy Class. Early bookings (6–9 months in advance) and the off-season (November–April) offer the best prices. Compare via Skyscanner, Google Flights, or Momondo.
Nadi Airport: Small but modern and friendly. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with "Bula!" and often with guitar music. ATMs, SIM card shops, and a taxi stand are directly in the arrival hall. From the airport to Nadi Town: 15 minutes by taxi (approx. 15 FJD), to Denarau: 25 minutes (approx. 30 FJD).
Transport between the Islands
Boats & Ferries
Boats are the main mode of transport between Fiji's islands. The key connections:
- Yasawa Flyer (South Sea Cruises) — The daily catamaran from Port Denarau to the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands. Departure at 8:30 AM, return around 6:00 PM. Stops at all major islands. One-way to the northernmost Yasawa Island: approx. 225 FJD. Bula Pass for island hopping: from 450 FJD (5 days).
- South Sea Cruises Transfers — Speedboats to individual Mamanuca Islands (30–90 minutes). From 80 FJD one-way.
- Awesome Adventures Fiji — An alternative to the Yasawa Flyer with similar routes and the Awesome Pass.
- Patterson Brothers Shipping — Large ferries on long routes: Suva → Savusavu (12h, night ferry), Suva → Taveuni. Affordable (from 50 FJD deck class), but slow and basic.
- Goundar Shipping — Newer ferries on the route Suva → Savusavu → Taveuni. More comfortable than Patterson.
Domestic Flights
Fiji Airways / Fiji Link flies daily between the main islands:
| Route | Duration | Price (from, one-way) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadi → Suva | 30 Min. | 150 FJD |
| Nadi → Savusavu | 60 Min. | 200 FJD |
| Nadi → Taveuni | 75 Min. | 250 FJD |
| Suva → Taveuni | 60 Min. | 200 FJD |
Additionally, there are seaplanes and helicopters from Turtle Airways and Pacific Island Air — spectacular (but expensive) transfers directly to the resorts. Seaplane from Nadi to the Mamanucas: from 400 FJD one-way.
Transport on Viti Levu
- Local Buses: Cheap (1–10 FJD), frequent, and authentic. Kings Road (northern route Nadi–Suva) and Queens Road (southern route via Coral Coast). The buses are colorful, loud, and always full — an experience in itself.
- Rental Cars: From 80 FJD/day. Left-hand traffic! The roads on Viti Levu are mostly well-paved. Budget, Hertz, and local providers at Nadi Airport.
- Taxis: Plentiful in Nadi and Suva. Always agree on the price beforehand or insist on the meter. Nadi Airport → Denarau: approx. 30 FJD.
Tipp
Book domestic flights as early as possible — the small planes fill up quickly. Always confirm your flight by phone 24 hours in advance. "Fiji Time" unfortunately also applies to flight schedules — delays and cancellations occur.
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